ShadCN is a popular collection of re-usable components that can significantly speed up your development process. Here's how to integrate it with your Next.js project:
Prerequisites
- Node.js installed (version 14.6.0 or newer)
- A Next.js project set up
Steps
1. Initialize ShadCN in your project
Run the following command in your project directory:
npx shadcn-ui@latest init
2. Configure your project
Answer the prompts:
- Choose your styling preference (default: CSS Variables)
- Select your color theme
- Specify your project's global CSS file location
3. Install components
Use the CLI to add ShadCN components as needed:
npx shadcn-ui@latest add button
4. Use components in your Next.js pages
Import and use the components in your pages or components:
import { Button } from "@/components/ui/button"
export default function Home() {
return (
Click me
)
}
5. Customize components
Modify the installed components in your components/ui
directory to fit your needs.
Benefits
- Consistent design system
- Highly customizable components
- Improved development speed
- Accessibility out of the box
By following these steps, you'll have ShadCN set up in your Next.js project, ready to enhance your development workflow.